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Sagittarius Is Bleeding (Battlestar Galactica Miniseries #3)
by
Peter David
President Laura Roslin bears a heavy burden. Since becoming the president of the twelve human colonies when the Cylons brutally attacked and destroyed all but a small remnant of humanity's billions, she has been the voice of civil authority, counterbalancing the military leadership of Commander Adama of the Battlestar Galactica. President Roslin has been a source of inspir...more
Paperback, 352 pages
Published
October 3rd 2006
by Tor Books
(first published 2006)
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Picked up randomly when I went to the library near my house (five minute walk; I'm so doomed) and saw Mary McDonnell's face on one of the shelves. I needed to read it.
Loved the story, loved the suspense, loved the multiple POVs. Thought all of the characters were captured very well--although I haven't watched the whole series, just random episodes here and there.
Mainly I loved getting into a version of Laura Roslin's head, no matter how frakked up it was during the duration. Loved being in a tea...more
Loved the story, loved the suspense, loved the multiple POVs. Thought all of the characters were captured very well--although I haven't watched the whole series, just random episodes here and there.
Mainly I loved getting into a version of Laura Roslin's head, no matter how frakked up it was during the duration. Loved being in a tea...more
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Fuck it, I'm just going to own this one, dudes. Yeah, I read a novel that is essentially BSG fan fiction. And I read it in a day because I couldn't put it down. This would have been a super awesome two-parter episode. It takes place after Roslin's cure but before Hera is born/New Caprica. The characters are faithfully handled and it's pretty suspenseful. I still was not comfortable being seen reading this, so I sort of wrapped it in a tshirt in my bag and only read it when no one could see me. S...more
I bought this cause I found it in a charity shop, and thought as it was the "Laura novel" I'd give it a go. I remember reading Peter David's ST:TNG novel Imzadi, so thought it wouldn't be that bad. One of the biggest problems with it was that it was clearly written before some of the things being talked about had been filmed, and so one or two things had changed. (eg, they talked about the Temple of Athena instead of the Tomb). The other biggest problem was there really wasn't that much Laura, G...more
Sagittarius is Bleeding falls in the timeline of Battlestar Galactica season 2 episodes of "Black Market" and "Scar." Unlike The Cylons' Secret, all of the current characters make an appearance and it reads more like an episode (or perhaps miniseries) than book number 2. Of these two most recently published books, Sagittarius is Bleeding is more faithful to the series but The Cylons' Secret is the more interesting of the two because it dares to stray from canon.
It takes a while for the book to g...more
It takes a while for the book to g...more
For a tv-tie in it was pretty good. I was initially attracted to it because it had Mary on the cover. Laura is my favourite character on BSG so I was intrigued to read more about her. This was unique because the book took place from her point-of-view. On the show, Mary is such a fabulous actor that we rarely know what Laura is thinking (always has her politician face on).
It was fun, dark and definitely captured the spirit of the show and could easily be considered part of the canon.
It was fun, dark and definitely captured the spirit of the show and could easily be considered part of the canon.
I enjoyed the book because I was aware of most of the characters from the TV show. I thought it played well with what they all were enduring at that time so I enjoyed the extra storyline.
Of the 3 novels based on tv shows I've read over the last 3 months (the other 2 based on "Babylon 5" and "The X-Files"), this is the best. Even so, it's not stunning, simply an enjoyable read for those who know the characters and show.
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I actually read this awhile back. I am fan of the reimagined Battlestar Galactica. I actually thought this book did really well following the universe of Battlestar Galactica and the characterizations were really well done but the book plot left a little something to be desired...if it was too predictable or not that original. Still a good, quick read for a fan of the series.
[mid-book comment] Every once in a while I pick up a piece of professional fanfic, and just about every time I regret it. Still, withholding judgment until the end.
[post-book comment] ...and it turned out just about as I expected, which is a little sad; Peter David's surprised me sometimes. This is not one of those times.
[post-book comment] ...and it turned out just about as I expected, which is a little sad; Peter David's surprised me sometimes. This is not one of those times.
Being a Battlestar Gallactica fan and all, this was a fun book to read. Simple and fast. Unlike the T.V. show, when you read,you get a much deeper look into the characters feelings and thoughts. I like that. Now on to more serious books...
Although I enjoyed reading this book, I struggled through the middle section of it. I would recommend this book to fans of the series but not to a casual viewer.
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Although I had problems with the writing, this book was a pleasant surprise. The plot caught my interest, and most of the character dialogue was spot-on.
Not a bad book, though you have a be an up to date Battlestar fan to know who all the characters are, to really enjoy the story.
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Peter Allen David (often abbreviated PAD) is an American writer, best known for his work in comic books and Star Trek novels. David often jokingly describes his occupation as "Writer of Stuff". David is noted for his prolific writing, characterized by its mingling of real world issues with humor and references to popular culture. He also uses metafiction frequently, usually to humo...more
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